the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
v. To draw or paint; especially, to represent in an artistic way with pencil or brush.
v. To picture in words; to describe in graphic terms.
v. To illumine, as books or parchments, with ornamental figures, letters, or borders.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
To represent by painting or drawing; depict; delineate; hence, to describe vividly or minutely.
To practise drawing or painting, especially in water-colors.
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v. make a portrait of
v. trace the shape of
Word Usage
"I think it is part of Dadd's predilection for double-speak and dangerous puns: "Elimination" contains the word "limn" which is a good word for painting, but also is part of Dadd's habit of decrying painting as pointless and worthless."